I just began working again due to extenuating circumstances. My son just turned 3 weeks old. ( I work from 9-12) I nurse right before I leave for work and as soon as I get home from work. However while I am at work my husband gives him a 3 oz formula bottle. I would like to give him breastmilk but I don't know when the right time to pump would be. (I can not do it at work) and I am with my son otherwise. How can I get a supply of milk without interrupting his schedule of nursing. (This is my fourth baby and I know just about everything there is to breastfeeding except for this.) Suggestions are greatly appreciated.
2007-06-20 04:22:14 · 13 answers · asked by Momma K 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
He nurses on both sides for about 10+ minutes every 2-3 hours.
2007-06-20 04:28:46 · update #1
When you finish breast feeding, pump any that will come out. If you son doesn't want the breast at one of his feedings pump it. Or if he's feeding every 2 hours you pump the other hour. Just build up your supply little by little.
Yeah easier said than done I know. But no one ever said that breastfeeding wouldn't take dedication.
2007-06-20 04:26:42 · answer #1 · answered by gypsy g 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
At three weeks you probably have way too much milk (that's just the way it is) so you can pump the other side while he nurses, or you can pump both sides after he nurses. If he is on some sort of a schedule you can try to pump in the middle of feedings, but most newborns nurse at least once an hour.
Also you could pump as soon as you get home, that way your breasts are overfull anyway so you will get a lot easily. And your baby will have an easier time latching because you won't be overfull. Just pump 5-10 minutes, there will still be plenty left for baby!
Try not to pump too much during the time you are home or you may end up with too much milk all the time!
Also check this site out, everything you need to know about pumping (and breastfeeding)
http://www.kellymom.com/bf/pumping/index.html
2007-06-20 04:29:40 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ten minutes of pumping during breaks and 15 minutes of pumping during lunch with a good pump will help protect your milk supply. If you can’t pump 3 times, pump as much as you can during each day.
Breastfeed often in the evenings and learn how to breastfeed lying down while you rest. Nighttime breastfeeding boosts supply! If your supply is low, breastfeeding or pumping more often is the simplest way to increase supply.
Your breasts will be use to making a larger supply and I am sure you will find that there is milk ready for pumping after a feeding and enough for when baby is ready to eat again.
If you express just a small amount at first you can refrigerate and add to it later until you are use to producing enough at one sitting.
Mothers can pump into the same bottles at different pumping sessions on the same day as long as the milk is kept chilled.
Early breastfeeding is the time when the milk supply is set. Breastfeed frequently to help make lots of milk.
Remember to keep those calories up, to relax and to get in rest while you can. Your body is recovering from child birth and is now responsible for supplying food for your little one.
Best of luck. You can always consult your lactation specialist or the hospital for more tips and suggestions.
2007-06-20 04:36:10 · answer #3 · answered by Eq2Kitty 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
This is a solution many moms do when they go back to work. In order to prevent reduced milk supply make sure you pump out as much or even a little bit more than your baby will drink. If you like you can keep up the morning and night feeds.
2016-05-20 10:01:08 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After you nurse before work, pump to empty yourself out. Also, try taking nettles (an herb that is safe for babies) to keep your milk supply up. Actually, isn't it a good idea to pump after every feeding? (My first attempt at breastfeeding wasn't successful and my second attempt is 9 weeks away).
Good luck, and congratulations on the baby!
2007-06-20 04:35:44 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I pumped one breast while nursing my daughter on the other. That way her schedule wasn't interrupted and she had breast milk for when someone else watched her so I could do things/catch up on sleep. The milk came much easier too as she was nursing rather than pumping my breasts just after she was done.
2007-06-20 04:30:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pump the other breast while he's nursing the other side. OR after he's finished feeding pump. The more you pump, the more you make, you already know this. It's challenging, trust me. I had to build up a supply for my daughter when I went back to work. It's challenging but well worth it!
2007-06-20 04:25:35 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The morning is when your supply is at its best so maybe while your nursing him before work you can pump the other breast so then your husband can feed him your breast milk. Other than that, if your home and your son is napping you can pump then. Even if you pump, you will still have enough milk to feed him when he wakes up.
Good Luck!
2007-06-20 04:28:19 · answer #8 · answered by Stephanie 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Pump as soon as you get up, the supply is better, and put it in a bottl, that way by the time you go to work you will have milk to feed him, your breasts will fill up again.
2007-06-20 04:29:15 · answer #9 · answered by fiona t 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best time i found to do this first thing in morning as there is more milk, you might only get a little to begin with but your milk is on a demands bases so the more you need the more you make. good luck hope this helps a little
2007-06-20 04:28:12 · answer #10 · answered by gemma s 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋